ARTICLE22
Materials and Sourcing
Materials Used: ARTICLE22 uses a high proportion of lowerimpact materials, including upcycled materials like shrapnel from Vietnam War bombs
Sourcing: The materials are sourced from Laos, where the brand works with local artisans
2. Production Practices
Manufacturing Locations: Products are handmade in Laos
Working Conditions: The brand ensures fair wages and good working conditions for artisans.
3. Environmental Impact
Carbon Footprint: By hand-manufacturing products, ARTICLE22 reduces its climate impact
Waste Management: There is no evidence that the brand takes significant action to minimize packaging waste.
4. Transparency and Traceability
Product Journey: ARTICLE22 does not provide evidence on how it traces most of its supply chain to ensure transparency
Supply Chain Disclosure: The brand is not fully disclosing the list of suppliers, however you can find the name of the Operations manager in charge to contact for further queries.
5. Social Impact
Community Support: ARTICLE22 has a mission to improve social conditions in Laos, supporting local communities through fair wages and employment
Social Responsibility: The brand contributes to clearing unexploded bombs in Laos, making a positive social impact
6. Certifications and Standards
Certifications: There is no specific mention of certifications like BCORP, Fair Trade or GOTS Industry
Standards: Nothing relevant to mention
7. Longevity and Quality
Product Durability: The jewelry is designed to be durable and timeless, transforming historical materials into modern pieces
Stance on Fast Fashion: there is no specific mention on how the production is planned in order to avoid overproduction
8. Customer Reviews and Feedback
Customer Feedback: Customers highlight the uniqueness of the pieces, the meaningful stories behind them, and the company's commitment to sustainability and social impact.
9. Areas for Improvement
Overall, Article22 ranks very well for social impact. No specific mention found about packaging practices,there is room for improvement in minimizing packaging waste and also on Transparency and Certifications.